Step 1: Brushing off the threads and fibers
The best way to prolong the lifespan of your Elan Self-Healing cutting mat is by cleaning it occasionally. Make sure to take out all the small fibers and threads because this refrains the cutting mat from healing. A smooth brush (toothbrush) can work wonders in removing the dust on your cutting mat. Don’t brush or push too hard because this might unintentionally scratch your cutting mat.
Once the dust and fibers are removed from the Elan cutting mat it is time to wash it.
Step 2: Clean the Elan cutting mat with water.
The best way to wash it, is to make sure that the cutting mat remains flat. This will prevent the cutting mat from bending. A good place to use is your bathtub or a huge container. If this is not possible (because you have limited space or when the cutting mat is too large) you can let it bend a bit and put it into different positions regularly for the whole area to get wet.
When washing the cutting mat, use cool water. Hot water might make the cutting mat bend. Wash/soak the Elan cutting mat with water for 15-20 minutes. It is optional the addition of vinegar to the water, if you choose to do so, it is suggested to use 4 times as much water as vinegar. You can also add in a little bit of dishwasher soap as a finishing touch.
When you wash and moisturize the Elan cutting mat properly it will also extend the life of your rotary cutter. This is because you will cut on a smoother surface.
Step 3: Remove all residue and dry it.
After the cutting mat is properly washed make sure to splash some water over it and remove all the residue, soap, and vinegar. Dry the mat with a smooth surface (towel) or let it air dry. Be aware that it is best to keep the cutting mat flat throughout the whole process.
6 comments
J’ai reçu le tapis de découpe abîmé.
J’ai à plusieurs reprises fait plusieurs mails par le biais du site et par des mails mais je n’ai pas eu de réponse
Je souhaiterais un échange mais dans un jours je ne pourrais plus rien faire car cela fera plus d’un mois que j’ai reçu le tapis de découpe.
Commande #1146 le 27 août 2023
Buongiorno, vorrei sapere se i vostri tappettino da taglio può sopportare il calore, breve del ferro da stiro. Giusto per fare le pieghe al tessuto. Grazie mille
What do you mean by moisturizing the mat?
Thank you for your comments. With moisturizing & washing we mean to leave it in water (explained in step 2). This will clean the mat and the self-healing layer will absorb a bit of the water (water/soap/vinegar) mix making it nice and supple again.
“When washing the cutting mat, use cool water. Hot water might make the cutting mat bend. Wash/soak the Elan cutting mat with water for 15-20 minutes. It is optional the addition of vinegar to the water, if you choose to do so, it is suggested to use 4 times as much water as vinegar. You can also add in a little bit of dishwasher soap as a finishing touch. "
How and with what do you moisturize the mat?